With spring right around the corner now might be a good time to think about spring cleaning and getting the play rooms organized. If you find toys, all types of toys, everywhere you look, being spread throughout your home, don't worry, your not alone. Do the children get stressed out when they can't find a toy, or better yet, they are missing a part to one of there toys, like the tracks for there train set or furniture for the dollhouses? If you answer yes, you are like most parents and toy clutter can become a issue from storage to simply finding what's been misplaced. Organization is important for children to learn and can easily be taught with the right tools. This article will focus on a few tips for parents and children to get organized and eliminate the clutter.
Built in Storage:
Many toys are designed with storage built in as part of the toy. One example that comes to mind is the Dominoes Game by Melissa & Doug, This wood dominoes set is packaged in an solid-wood case with organizing slots and can be matched by number or color. Since, it comes with it's own storage insist that the child puts everything into the box when playtime is done. Play kitchens is another example as most on the market today have working cupboards, storage below the sinks and refrigerators that open and close. The play kitchen can actually store lots of play food, pots, pans and accessories.
Kidkraft Toy Storage
Train Tables With Trundle Drawers:
The love of trains is not just for kids as parents love them to. One fantastic storage solution for the tracks, trains and accessories is the trundle drawers that fit underneath the train table. KidKraft has one fantastic looking set that boosts lots of room for all it. KidKraft's train table set is kid-sized and has a wide, large play table with T-molded edges to prevent chipping plus the edges are curved for safety. Storing is easy with the trundle drawers as they are shallow enough to fit under most train tables, beds, or other low tables and the drawers are deep. If you consider the purchase of a train table having one with drawers and casters is ideal and definitely help keep those small parts in one convenient location.
Bookcases and Shelves:
If you house is like mine we had books everywhere until we invested in a bookcase for the kids bedrooms. With so many designs available today, from small to stack-able to large you will find one to fit the space you have. Vertical bookcase are great for storage because there aren't too wide, usually tall and are prefect for a small spot. What I love about a vertical bookcase is that is can be used in several rooms through out the home. They don't take up a lot of room and they are affordable. Don't be afraid to use a bookcase for other belongings in a child's room, such as clothing, video games, board games and CD's.
Toy Boxes:
Make an investment to a sturdy toy box. Today's toy boxes are made from wood, plywood, plastic and in all sorts of sizes. Which ever model you purchase, take into consideration the lid openings which are easy for a child to open and close. They should be made with a safety hinge and cut outs to prevent fingers from getting pinched. If you purchase a wood model ask if the paint is lead free and check to make sure the wood has been sanded to prevent splinters and rounded corners as an added safety measure. Another advantage of a toy chest is that they are made to be used by a child. In other words, they can take out and put away there treasures all by themselves teaching them to stay organized and clean up after playtime.
Divide and Conquer: Sort, Donate, Trash
Sorting should be the first thing on the list. You will need to sort out the toys, create a box for donations to local charities, Pre-schools or family and friends. If you are planning a garage sale bring in a box for that to. Next, bring in the garbage can so broken toys can be thrown out. Be prepared, if the children are helping in the process of discarding there beloved broken toys it might not make the can. Another great idea is to keep a box (give it away, garage sale, swap) in the garage so when the kids get tired of an item or outgrow they can simply place in the box. When your ready to get rid of the stuff you can decide on where it will go, donate, sell, or trade toys with family and friends.
Special Price!!! KidKraft Waterfall Mountain Train Set and Table
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KidKraft Waterfall Mountain Train Set and Table Feature
- Compatible with Thomas & Friends® wooden train sets
- Compatible with Brio® wooden train sets
- 120 Piece train set
- Natural wood construction
- Sturdy and durable
- 1 1/2 inch lip
- Wide, generous surface
KidKraft Waterfall Mountain Train Set and Table Overview
Learning while playing is fun with KidKraft's new wooden Train Table with Three Bins and 120 Piece Mountain Train Set. KidKraft's train table is kid-sized for hours of creative play. With a wide, generous play table, our train table has several unique features including: * Three durable red plastic bins that slid under the table for effortless storage * Special T-molded edges to prevent chipping * Curved edges for safety * Easy to assemble * Sturdy construction * Silk-screened landscaped play board with reversible flip side * 1 ?" lip to keep toys on the play table. Also included is KidKraft's popular Mountain Train Set. Much more than a simple set of tracks, this brightly colored wooden transportation system has abundant opportunities for creativity and imaginative play. With 120 durable pieces, the set consists of : * Cars, trains, signs, trees, people, and town buildings. * Mountain pieces to drive trains over and through create different levels of play. * Large play board with silk-screened landscaping and scenery * Compatible with wooden Thomas and Brio tracks and train sets. Measures 48.75"L x 34.5"W x 48.75"H.SAVE NOW on the special offers below!
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